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J158 SLJ

1992 Renault R5

Silver Petrol 1108cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

31,554 mi
Last recorded31,554 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2024
Typical for 1992 Renault R571,181 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ158 SLJ
MakeRenault
ModelR5
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,108cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2024 31,554 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 31,325 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 31,125 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 30,978 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 30,800 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 30,564 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 30,306 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 30,077 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 29,881 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 29,671 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 29,408 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 29,051 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 28,761 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 28,443 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 28,083 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 27,773 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 27,452 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 27,059 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 27,059 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 26,577 miles

How Reliable is the Renault R5?

Based on 103,140 MOT tests across 20,538 vehicles.

64.4%
Pass Rate
1,812
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
20,538
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,288
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,121
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,980
Steering rack gaiter split 5,127
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,752
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J158 SLJ is a 1992 Renault R5 in Silver with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1992 Renault R5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 71,181 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault R5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 6,288 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J158 SLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault R5 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 34 years old, this Renault R5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J158 SLJ registered?

J158 SLJ is a 1992 Renault R5, first registered on 12 May 1992.

Is J158 SLJ safe to buy?

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